About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within our busy Facilities Team at Rampton Hospital working as a Facilities Assistant - Driver in our Transport and Portering Departments.
Flexibility is essential, as the service need dictates a 24/7 coverage to accommodate patient movement. Working 5 days in a 7 day period, between the core hours of 06.00 - 22.00hrs, with weekend working required. There is a requirement to participate in an "on call" service on a rotation basis to cover emergency patient movement out of hours, therefore the successful applicant, when on call, must have a maximum response time of 30 minutes from home to Rampton.
All applicants must hold a full UK Manual British Driving Licence, C1 & D1 categories are desirable but not essential.
All applicants will be expected to successfully undertake a Group 2 Medical which will be arranged by the Trust and a DVLA Drivers Licence Check.
Main duties of the job
To primarily support the Transport Department in providing a service to transport patients to Hospitals, Prisons, Courts and various other destinations in the country.
There is also a requirement to support the Portering Department working in our main stores, delivering and collecting items from around the hospital and also to work in our waste management centre.
Driving duties would take priority.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.
Job description Job responsibilities
To drive any vehicle in the fleet in connection with the conveyance of patients and staff. Ensuring task schedules, method statements and procedures within the area of work are followed and that a high quality service is maintained.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Basic Level of Education Basic Numeracy / Literacy Skills
Training Desirable
Road Transport Legislation Police Radio Trained
Experience Essential
oMinimum of 5 years driving experience
Desirable
Advanced driver training, emergency response(blue light)
Knowledge Desirable
Knowledge of Driving Logistics Awareness of High Secure Hospitals / Patient & Client Issues oKnowledge of Portering and waste services
Contractual Requirements Essential
Full British Driving Licence Must have held a licence for more than five years oIf Category C1 & D1 Entitlement are not held then must be willing to undertake relevant training to achieve C1 & D1 entitlement.
Desirable
oCategory C1 & D1 held on driving licence oPSV/LGV Licence
Values & Behaviours Essential
oAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork oAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Physical Requirements Essential
Group 2 medical clearance prior to appointment
Skills Desirable
oFlexible oComputer Literate oKeyboard Skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Rampton Hospital
Woodbeck
Retford
DN22 0PD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)